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The story of Pio Pico, the namesake of Pico Boulevard
Pico Boulevard may be the hardest working street in Los Angeles. Jonathan Gold called it “one of the most vital food streets in the world.”
By Steve Chiotakis • • 25m ListenPico Boulevard may be the hardest working street in Los Angeles. Jonathan Gold called it “one of the most vital food streets in the world.” Today KCRW visits some of Gold’s favorite Boulevard eateries and finds the spirit of Pio Pico, the boulevard’s namesake, flourishing.
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Pico Boulevard may be the hardest working street in Los Angeles. Jonathan Gold called it “one of the most vital food streets in the world.” Today KCRW visits some of Gold’s favorite eateries there and finds the spirit of Pio Pico, the boulevard’s namesake, flourishing.
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